OK, Im really starting to look for a F model and wondering about the Johnson Bar.  I figure I'll take either one,  do those who have tried them both have a preference?   I'm thinking the Johnson Bar is a simpler mechanisim and probably weighs less.  But the electric is just a flip of a switch and may be easier for my wife, if I can get her to take lessons.  At least as a pinch hitter. So, if you were looking, witch would you prefer.